LOS ANGELES—Serj Tankian, lead singer and songwriter of the acclaimed rock band System of a Down, has released a public-service announcement in support of the Armenian Bone Marrow Donor Registry.
The video, which includes a sequence of shots showing ABMDR’s life-saving work, features Tankian making a personal appeal to join the ranks of the registry.
“Thirty seconds: that’s how long it’ll take you to watch this announcement,” his message says. “What if I told you that in just 30 seconds you can help someone just like yourself to live again; to love; to play; to laugh?
“By joining the Armenian Bone Marrow Donor Registry, you’re taking a huge step toward saving an Armenian life. Once you’re registered, you’ll be part of a vast network of donors who have already saved lives all over the world. But we still need your help. Only an Armenian donor can save a fellow Armenian, and it only takes 30 seconds.”
Commenting on the release of the video, Dr. Frieda Jordan, president of ABMDR, praised Tankian for his dedication to humanitarian causes and being “a wonderful role model for Armenian youths.”
“By delivering such a great message in his unique and compelling style, Serj has once again demonstrated his strong commitment to encouraging Armenian youth activism,” Dr. Jordan said.
Tankian’s video announcement can be accessed through the ABMDR website (abmdr.am) and will soon be posted on YouTube and elsewhere.
About the Armenian Bone Marrow Donor Registry: Established in 1999, ABMDR, a nonprofit organization, helps Armenians worldwide survive life-threatening blood-related illnesses by recruiting and matching donors to those requiring bone marrow stem cell transplants. To date the registry has recruited over 20,000 donors in 13 countries across three continents, identified 2,023 patients, found 1,700 potential matches, and facilitated 13 bone marrow transplants. For more information, call (323) 663-3609 or visit http://www.abmdr.am.
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Hye Serge, thanks for your efforts for the Armenian Bone Marrow Donor Registry. This nonprofit organization is helping Armenians worldwide to survive blood related illnesses… bringing together donors who match with those needing bone marrow stem cell transplants. It is a fine cause, and your interest and caring will bring added attention for the need for donors – and too, what is involved to be a donor. Shnorahgahlitiun.